Razia to race for Marussia F1 team

February 06, 2013 13:58 IST

Brazilian Luiz Razia will race for Marussia this season alongside Britain's Max Chilton, the Formula One team announced on Wednesday.

The 23-year-old, runner-up in the GP2 championship last year, was the team's reserve in 2010.

- Formula One teams ready to be put to the test

Luiz Razia Razia is expected to test the new MR02 car later on Wednesday at the Jerez circuit.

"The past two seasons in GP2 have been all about proving that I have what it takes and that I'm ready," he said in a statement.

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"This coming season will be all about rewarding the faith the team have shown in me."

Photograph: Andrew Hone/Getty Images

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